Hohner Discovery 48The Beginner's Professional ChromaticThe first HOHNER chromatic harmonica was released in the early years of the 20th century. So in the early 21st century, we decided to commemorate the centenary of this historic occasion by unveiling our Discovery 48. While remaining true to the character of the original, its ergonomic design incorporates all the advantages of a 21st century instrument. The warm, mellow sound captivates listener and player alike and invokes the true essenceof what the chromatic is all about. Recommended by leading players, the Discovery 48 is the perfect instrument for beginners and ambitious hobbyists alike, offering many ofthe advantages of more expensive models at a bargain price.Ergonomic cover designThe ergonomic full-length cover plate design ensures comfortable handlingSpecial mouthpieceSeamless transition from mouthpiece to covers and rounded channel openings for enhanced playing comfortPlastic combResilient plastic comb ensures reliable performance under all climate conditions Screw together assemblyThe two part slide package and screw together assembly ensure easy maintenance and conversion of slide for left hand use Fully compatibleCovers and mouthpiece / slide package of Super Chromonica and 270 Deluxe are fully compatibleTECHNICAL DETAILSReed plates (material, thickness): brass, 1.2 mmReed plates (surface): brassReeds (number, material): 48, brassComb (material, color): ABS, blackComb (finish): ABS, mattMouthpiece (surface): ABSCover plates: stainless steelSlide construction: straightKeys: CType: chromaticTuning: solo tuningNumber of holes: 12Tonal range: 3 octaves, C4 – D7Length: 14.3 cm / 5.6"